ESP LTD XJ-2 HT Electric Guitar in Snow White
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- Brand new in original box
- Full ESP LTD manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- LXJ2HTSW
- Color
- White
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Description
Sound & Tone
Swamp ash and a bolt-on roasted maple neck at 25.5" scale give the XJ-2HT a tight, snappy attack with clear low-mids, and the Hipshot hardtail with string-thru-body stringing adds sustain and firm note definition. The Fishman Fluence Modern humbuckers cover a lot of ground via push-pull voice switching, with a ceramic bridge unit for high-gain tightness and cut and an alnico neck for warmer, rounder lead tones. It suits modern rock and metal rhythm work, technical lead playing across the extra-jumbo stainless frets, and cleaner passages where the ebony board and hardtail clarity keep chords articulate.
ESP LTD XJ-2HT SNOW WHITE Guitar
The LTD XJ-2HT captures tight, articulate tracking and punchy direct signal through its thin, fast neck profile wrapped in premium roasted maple and bolt-on construction at 25.5" scale. The Snow White finish paired with the matching reverse headstock delivers clean visual aesthetics in studio documentation, while the hardtail design eliminates wobble and maximizes string-to-body energy transfer for controlled, resonant recordings. Built for engineers and producers who need modern tonal flexibility without compromising session stability, this instrument tracks with snap and sustains with clarity through the mix.
Playability & Recording Response
The 3-piece roasted maple neck with thin U-shaped profile and Macassar ebony fingerboard featuring block pearloid inlays ensures consistent lateral movement and minimal fatigue during tracking sessions. 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets paired with a 350mm (13.78") fingerboard radius and 42mm (1.65") nut width deliver precision intonation and control, while the swamp ash body with bolt-on construction maintains excellent sustain and resonance for full-bodied recordings.
Tone & Electronics for Session Work
Two direct-mounted Fishman Fluence Modern 3-Voice Humbucker pickups—featuring a ceramic bridge and alnico neck with brushed stainless covers—deliver multi-voiced harmonic options switchable via push-pull controls, allowing quick tonal selection across takes without repatching. The Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru-body design, combined with LTD locking tuners and a black bone nut, anchors the entire system for maximum frequency clarity, tuning stability, and phase coherence in the mix.
Key Features
- Swamp ash body with bolt-on construction at 25.5" scale length
- 3-piece roasted maple neck with thin U-shaped profile
- Macassar ebony fingerboard with block pearloid inlays
- 350mm (13.78") fingerboard radius with 42mm (1.65") nut width
- 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets
- Two direct-mounted Fishman Fluence Modern 3-Voice Humbuckers (ceramic bridge, alnico neck)
- Push-pull controls for multi-voice selection
- Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru-body design
- LTD locking tuners with black hardware
- Black bone nut
- Matching reverse headstock
- Snow White finish; includes D'Addario XL110 strings (.010–.046)
The XJ-2HT combines premium materials, modern pickup technology, and hardware engineered for stability, delivering a versatile recording instrument for studios requiring professional-grade construction and adaptable tonal character across multiple session demands.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickups | HH |
| Bridge | Hipshot |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The XJ-2 HT is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its fast 25.5-inch scale neck, extra-jumbo frets, and thin U-shaped profile reward technique and extended playing sessions, making it ideal for gigging and studio musicians.
What genres and styles does this guitar excel at?
This model is optimized for hard rock, metal, and progressive music. Its tight low end, high-output pickups, and articulate tone profile are engineered for precision and modern bite, though it is not recommended for folk or country applications.
What makes the Fishman Fluence pickups special on this instrument?
The two direct-mounted Fishman Fluence Modern 3-Voice Humbuckers feature ceramic bridge and alnico neck pickups with brushed stainless covers. Push-pull switches allow real-time voice selection, giving you harmonic flexibility and multi-tonal options without changing pickups.
How does the hardtail bridge affect sustain and tuning?
The Hipshot hardtail bridge with string-thru-body design transfers vibration directly from strings to body, maximizing articulate sustain and frequency clarity. Combined with LTD locking tuners and a black bone nut, this system ensures maximum tuning stability during performances and recording.
What neck profile and fingerboard specifications does this guitar have?
The XJ-2 HT features a 3-piece roasted maple neck with a thin U-shaped profile, a Macassar ebony fingerboard with block pearloid inlays, 22 extra-jumbo stainless steel frets, a 350mm (13.78-inch) radius, and a 42mm (1.65-inch) nut width—all designed for fast lateral movement and sustained comfort during extended play.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $119 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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